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TKT: YL is a test of knowledge of teaching English to young learners. It tests knowledge of concepts related to: the learning and development of young learners. planning lessons for young learners. teaching strategies, practice activities and resources used to support and challenge language learning in young learners.
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Teaching English to young learners: 10 Effective Methods. 1. Storytelling: 2. Songs and Rhymes. 3. Visual Aids. 4. Interactive Play. 5. Repetition and Reinforcement. 6. Language Games. 7. Conversations and Dialogue. 8. Routine and Consistency. 9. Incorporating Technology. 10. Positive Reinforcement. Conclusion. Introduction.
May 2, 2024 · There’s no doubt that teaching English to young learners requires patience, creativity, and dedication. However, by implementing these nine expert strategies, you can create a positive and enriching learning experience that inspires your students to become lifelong language learners.
- Introduction
- What Is A Young Learner?
- Children as Language Learners
- Policy
- Young Learner Pedagogy
- Doing Research with Young Learners
- Learning English and Context
- Future Directions
- Conclusion
Research into and informed discussion of teaching English to young learners (YLs) has developed rapidly in recent years, mirroring the increase in the numbers of young children learning English globally. Previously, something of a ‘Cinderella area’ of scholarship, teaching English to YLs is now the focus of important European and global studies (En...
Ellis (2014: 76) notes that the term ‘young learner’ is vague and can lead to confusion. Legally, a ‘young learner’ may be anyone under the age of 18; in reality, however, using one term to cover such a diverse age range is unhelpful. Instead, Ellis proposes that at the very least, a distinction between pre- and post-11 or 12 year olds should be ma...
Children can learn more than one language simultaneously and often do in their home and social contexts. Indeed, for many children in the world, being bilingual or multilingual is an everyday reality (Blackledge and Creese 2010). However, learning a language in a school environment is a very different experience. For one thing, the hours of languag...
So far, we have focused on the individual language learner, age, and factors that affect learning. In this section, we focus on another key theme in language learning: policy. In EFL contexts, most language learning happens in schools. Government policy in many countries around the world has increasingly introduced English into primary schools at a...
There have been a number of ‘how to’ books in recent years recommending good practice in teaching YLs in the light of available research findings, mainly about L1 and L2 child language acquisition, informing and guiding both teaching and teacher education (for example Cameron 2001), but research-based publications into effective practices for teach...
As we have noted, more and more children are learning English from an early age, and research in the area has begun to grow. Very often, such research is based on methods used with adults and, as Pinter and Zandian (2014)note, tends to be experimental. The question therefore arises as to whether research focusing on YLs needs to develop a new set o...
The socio-economic context in which children are learning English is increasingly attracting attention. There is little doubt that speaking English can confer economic advantage on some. However, we do not know how widespread this advantage is. Indeed, recent studies have suggested that learning English can contribute to disadvantage because childr...
It is an exciting time in YL research. In this section, we would like to suggest some areas we think would benefit from further investigation. First, the benefits and drawbacks of children learning English need to be more fully considered and explored. Empirical evidence of sociocultural and educational advantages/disadvantages of early language le...
We are delighted to have been afforded the opportunity to edit this Special Issue of ELT Journaland believe the articles in the collection represent some of the most interesting and innovative work currently being undertaken in the area of YLs. We are confident that these articles provide insights into practice that teachers and other ELT professio...
- Fiona Copland, Sue Garton
- 2014
How do teachers teach speaking, manage large classes, practise differentiation, enhance motivation and maintain effective discipline? Which local solutions to pedagogical issues have potential for global relevance?
Teaching English to very young learners requires a thoughtful and tailored approach. By understanding their characteristics, creating a safe and engaging learning environment, and implementing effective strategies, teachers can optimize language acquisition in this age group.
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